A Cozy Radiant Heat Upgrade for a Minnesota Home

A Cozy Radiant Heat Upgrade for a Minnesota Home

Apple Valley, MN
Dog on couch watch TV
Size: 60 sq. ft. Voltage: 120V Wattage: 724 W Amps: 6 A Flooring: Carpet (Stretch In) Surface: Carpet Cost/hr: $0.14

Intro Summary

This homeowner in Minneapolis, Minnesota, sought a solution to combat the frigid cold that seeped through their living room floor during the long winter months. The challenge was finding a comfortable and energy-efficient way to heat their space without a major home renovation. The solution came in the form of a WarmlyYours electric radiant heating system, installed directly beneath the carpet, providing a luxurious, invisible warmth that transformed the room into a cozy haven.

Project Details

  • Location: Minneapolis, Minnesota
  • Heated Space Type: Living Room (under carpet)
  • Square Footage: 60 sq. ft.
  • Watts: 724W
  • Volts: 120V
  • Amps: 6A
  • Operating Cost:
    • Per Hour: ~ $0.13
    • Per Day: ~ $1.04 (assuming 8 hours of use)
    • Per Month: ~ $31.20 (assuming 8 hours of use per day)

Project Information

The homeowners of this Minneapolis residence wanted to make their living room a more comfortable space for their family, especially in the cold winter months when the floor was perpetually chilly. The idea of a traditional furnace upgrade was daunting, expensive, and didn't directly address the cold floors. They needed a targeted, efficient, and discreet solution that would work seamlessly with their existing carpeted floor.

After consulting with a local installer, "Comfort Floors of MN," they decided on a WarmlyYours electric radiant floor heating system. The installation was straightforward. The heating cable was laid out on the subfloor, connected to the home's electrical system, and then the new stretch-in carpet was installed over the top. The entire process was non-disruptive and completed in just a couple of days. The result was a dramatic improvement in comfort. The constant, gentle heat radiating from the floor now makes the living room the most popular spot in the house, a perfect place to relax, play, or watch movies, even on the coldest Minnesota day.

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  • Environ™ Flex Roll: A pre-spaced heating roll that ensures uniform heat distribution over the entire floor area. Ideal for rooms with a regular shape, it simplifies the installation process and is compatible with a wide range of flooring, including carpet.
  • Thermostat: This intelligent thermostat provides precise temperature control, allowing the homeowners to program the heating system to match their daily routine and maximize energy efficiency.

* Electricity rates and usage vary. Estimates may not reflect current operating costs.

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Frequently Asked Questions


The cost depends on your local electricity rates, the system's size (wattage), and how often you use it. For this 60 sq. ft. system in Minneapolis, it costs roughly $0.13 per hour. This is a small price to pay for a major comfort upgrade.
For many living rooms, a radiant floor heating system can serve as the primary heat source, providing a comfortable ambient temperature. However, in extremely cold climates like Minnesota, it's often recommended as a powerful supplemental heat source to take the chill off the floor and work in tandem with the home's main heating.
Electric radiant floor heating is compatible with nearly all flooring types, including carpet, tile, stone, laminate, and engineered wood. Carpet and other soft surfaces can be safely heated as long as the heating system is properly installed and the flooring has a heat resistance value (R-value) of 1.4 or less.
Yes, electric radiant floor heating is highly energy-efficient. It heats people and objects directly from the floor up, eliminating the heat loss associated with forced-air systems. It also allows you to lower your thermostat's main setting, as radiant heat makes the room feel warmer at a lower air temperature.

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